COLLINS SEAFOODS CATCHES THE ‘SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR’ NATIONAL FISH & CHIP AWARD

Collins Seafoods catches the ‘Supplier of the Year’ National Fish & Chip Award. Collins Seafoods has been honoured with the prestigious Supplier of the Year Award at the National Fish & Chip Awards in recognition of its exceptional quality, service and dedication to the fish and chip trade.

The 38^th edition of the UK’s official competition for the chippy industry, which was hosted by broadcaster and actor Stephen Mangan, was attended by hundreds of guests who came to celebrate the best in the business.

The award category is an opportunity to highlight the suppliers which consistently deliver expertly sourced products, maintain sustainable approaches and provide a trustworthy service to fish and chip operators throughout the nation.

The other nominated finalists included Isle of Ely Produce, Middleton Foods and VA Whitley  which were also applauded for being essential contributors to the supply network, offering assistance, hands-on support and loyal partnership to customers.

The new Supplier of the Year titleholder Collins Seafoods has a 40-year history and a reputation as a leading frozen-at-sea supplier with produce from world-renowned vessels. The achievement marks a proud moment for the wholesaler and its team. Managing Director Craig English says:

“We’re delighted to be named Supplier of the Year at the National Fish and Chip Awards 2026. This recognition means a great deal to everyone at Collins Seafoods — it’s a testament to the hard work of our team, our commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality frozen-at-sea fish to the industry, and the strong relationships we’ve built with our customers.

“To be shortlisted alongside Middleton Foods, V A Whitley and Isle of Ely Produce highlights the strength of the category, and we’re proud to be recognised among such respected businesses. Thank you to our customers and partners for their continued trust and support.”

Andrew Crook is the president of the  National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF), which oversees the awards and sponsors the category. He says suppliers are dependable heroes that go above and beyond their duties:

“The fish and chip trade is indebted to our amazing distributors and the vital part they play to ensure operators have access to the freshest, premium produce and ingredients. They are loyal advisors, working tirelessly to bring solutions to challenges and support to businesses at every step.

“Collins Seafoods is Supplier of the Year for these very reasons; whatever it takes to deliver results, the team makes it happen. Its dedication and expertise are the embodiment of what it means to be a dependable partner helping businesses thrive in the competitive market. On behalf of the industry, thank you to Collins Seafoods for its key role in maintaining the legacy of fish and chips.”

Collins Seafoods and the other winners from the awards have been invited on an exclusive study trip to Norway, hosted on board the long-liner vessel Geir, where they will see first-hand how Norwegian seafood is responsibly sourced at sea. The visit will give operators direct insight into the country’s science-led fisheries model, helping to bring origin, provenance and sustainability to life.

 For more information and bits on the National Fish & Chip Awards, please visit: www.nfff.co.uk/awards.

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